Fentanyl vs. Heroin: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
Fentanyl and heroin are both powerful opioids, but they differ significantly in potency, duration, and overdose risk. Both can cause dependence, addiction, and life-threatening respiratory depression. However, illicit fentanyl is far more potent than heroin, making small dosing differences especially dangerous. It also frequently appears in the illegal drug supply without a person knowing it […]
5 Benefits of an Opioid Detox Center
In Delaware, West Virginia, and across the United States, people struggle with opioid use every day. Unfortunately, the United States is living through an opioid crisis. While doctors prescribe opioids every day for pain management, surgery, and injury, once someone begins taking opioids, it’s difficult to stop. This can lead to the use of illicit […]